The Finnish women's floorball national team has appointed Jukka Ruotsalainen as its new head coach, as announced by the Finnish Floorball Federation. Ruotsalainen is a familiar face within the team, having been part of the coaching staff since 2020. Alongside him as assistant coaches will be Juho Syvänen and Aki Vilander, who will support him in this new role. Ruotsalainen expressed his joy and gratitude for the opportunity and trust placed in him, indicating a strong commitment to contributing positively to the team's success.

In his comments, Ruotsalainen emphasized the importance of continuity from previous coaching projects, particularly after the decision to move on from former coach Andreas Harneski, whose tenure will not extend to the upcoming home championships. The goal of the coaching staff, and specifically Ruotsalainen, is to build upon the successes of previous projects and guide the team toward achieving greatness in the home championships. The federation's sports director Petri Kettunen stated that Ruotsalainen is the perfect choice to lead the team forward, given his ability to leverage past successes and enhance the team's performance.

Additionally, Ruotsalainen will continue his role as the head coach of Thurgaus, a team that competes in the Swiss league, showcasing his multifaceted capabilities and dedication to the sport. The appointment of Ruotsalainen marks a significant step for the women's team as they prepare for new challenges and aim for success on home turf, reflecting not only his experience and skills but also the federation's vision for the future of women's floorball in Finland.